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A common arterial disorder characterized by yellowish plaque of cholesterol, lipids, and cellular debris in the inner layers of the walls of large and medium-sized arteries. Vessel walls become thick, fibrotic, and calcified; the lumen narrows, reducing circulation in organs and areas supplied by the artery.
Components of Atherosclerotic Plaque
Cells
Degenerated, aggregated Platelets (“foam cells”) are one of the components of atherosclerotic plaque.
Decaying Muscle Cells are one of the components of atherosclerotic plaque.
Lipoproteins
Oxidized LDL Cholesterol is a component of atherosclerotic plaque.
Lipoprotein (a) is a component of atherosclerotic plaque.
Fatty Acids are a component of atherosclerotic plaque.
Endogenous Proteins are a component of Lipoproteins in atherosclerotic plaque.
Minerals
Calcium is a component of atherosclerotic plaque.
Atherosclerosis Interferes with these Substances
Neurotransmitters
Atherosclerosis causes a decrease in the production of Nitric Oxide (NO):
- This reduction in Nitric Oxide production occurs as a result of Atherosclerosis damaging the Endothelium of Blood Vessels where Nitric Oxide is normally produced.
Contraindications - Atherosclerosis Patients Should Not Use these Substances
Smart Drugs
Atherosclerosis patients should not use supplemental, exogenous Vasopressin.
Suggested Products
| Product |
Dosage |
Comments |
| Oral ChelatoRx - 240 Caps |
8-10 caps per day on an empty stomach |
Helps support a healthy cardiovascular system by helping remove calcium build-up in arteries, flushing heavy metals from body, stimulating mineral metabolism, and increasing mitochondrial activity. Can be taken with meals if stomach upset occurs. May be used in addition to I.V. chelation therapy (if necessary and available). If one is also taking supplemental minerals, take Oral ChelatoRx at different time intervals. |
| CardioCare - 120 Caps |
6 capsules per day |
Multinutrient formula containing Vitamins B-6 and E, Bovine cartilage, Taurine, Coenzyme Q10, and minerals. Special formula for cardiovascular problems. |
| Methyl Caps - 180 Caps |
3-6 capsules per day. |
Provides methyl groups to reduce homocysteine levels. Elevated homocysteine levels are an important risk factor for heart disease. |
| Vitamin B3, (Niacin), 500 mg 100 Caps |
1500... mg per day |
Reduces LDL cholesterol and serum lipoprotein A. |
| Vitamin E (d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) 300 IU - 90 Caps |
800-1200 IU per day. |
Antioxidant shown to reduce the risks of cardiovascular diseases |
| EthylEPA - 60 Softgel Caps |
3-6 capsules per day |
Fish oil that provides essential polyunsaturated fatty acids.Beneficial effects on the cardiovascular systems. |
| Essential Minerals - 90 Caps |
1 capsule 3 times per day with meals |
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| AGEBlock™ (Anti Glycation formula) - 90 Caps |
1 capsule 3 times per day |
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| LipiControl - 180 Caps |
2 capsules 3 times per day in divided doses with meals |
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| Turmeric Extract, 150 mg 120 Caps |
1-6 capsules per day with meals |
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